About us

With a global business, we offer diverse and rewarding careers. We are committed to Thiess being a company and a culture where great people can excel and where they are developed and supported to reach their highest potential. Join our team today.

About the role

The Lead Human Resources is responsible for leading the development and implementation of Human Resource policies and procedures, ensuring the availability and effective use of Human Resources to achieve business and project objectives across the Mongolia business as well as integration with Thiess

In this role, you will:

• Lead and direct the HR team to enable them to deliver effective and efficient HR services to the business;
• Proactively advise the Executive Director on best HR practices and support the people management functions that reinforce the company culture;
• Support and advise Senior Management in development and implementation of people strategy;
• Ensure effective coordination and communication between projects and head office, focusing on standardizing systems and procedures to conform with Thiess;
• In conjunction with the Executive Director develop the local HR policies, procedures and initiatives
• Coordinate recruitment , selection, induction, termination and training of staff to meet agreed business needs in accordance with business requirements;
• Manage talent and succession planning; taking overall responsibility for recruitment activity and campaigns;
• Administer remuneration policies and employment contracts for all staff, advising on competitive conditions and internal remuneration anomalies, and preparing remuneration, reviewing the information to enable management to conduct reviews effectively;
• Ensure all HR activities comply with relevant laws and government acts, legal and procedural demands and ethical standards;
• Monitor and guide the roll-out and take-up of Thiess HR system applications in Mongolia, and be responsible for their compliance and auditing;
• Coordinate performance appraisals and development strategy;
• Deal with complex disciplinary/grievance and HR issues, using HR and company knowledge evidencing appropriate decision making skills;

About you

• Minimum holds Bachelor Degree in HR or relevant discipline with  5-7 years of work experience, particularly in mining industry
• Advanced English skills;
• Proficient in MS Office applications

About us

We partner with our clients to deliver excellence in open cut and underground mining in Australia, Asia, Africa and the Americas. For more than 90 years, we’ve operated in diverse commodities, geologies, environments and cultures. Our team uses that insight to optimise solutions for each project and create lasting value for our clients and the communities we live and work in.

Visit our website to learn more – http://www.thiess.com

Driving a diverse, inclusive and respectful culture

We’re committed to safe, healthy and respectful workplaces. A place where everyone matters always.

We welcome and celebrate the differences and similarities among people including gender, identity, ethnicity, race, heritage, sexual orientation, disability, age, culture, religion, language, appearance, parental status and education.

We believe diverse experiences and perspectives not only make us more innovative, productive and engaged, but are crucial to our success.

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How to apply

This role is an opportunity to take the next step in your career. With our culture of recognition, development, and a stimulating and satisfying work environment, there is no better time to join Thiess.

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